Is "Git ID Switcher" on OpenVSX Registry Safe to Install?
VerifiedSwitch between multiple Git identities with one click. SSH keys and GPG signing sync automatically, and changes apply to submodules.
Risk Assessment
Analyzed1 security finding detected across all analyzers
Open VSX extension analyzed via package manifest and static code analysis
Severity Breakdown
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About This Extension
Detailed Findings
1 totalSecurity Analysis Summary
Security Analysis Overview
Git ID Switcher is a OpenVSX Registry extension published by nullvariant. Version 0.19.4 has been analyzed by the Risky Plugins security platform, receiving a risk score of 31.18/100 (LOW risk) based on 1 security findings.
Risk Assessment
This extension presents low security risk. Some minor findings were detected, but nothing that would prevent typical usage. Reviewing the detailed findings below is recommended before use in sensitive environments.
Findings Breakdown
- Medium: 1 finding(s)
What Was Analyzed
The security assessment covers multiple analysis categories:
- Malware Detection: YARA rule matching against 2,400+ malware signatures
- Secret Detection: Scanning for exposed API keys, tokens, and credentials
- Static Analysis: Code-level security analysis for common vulnerability patterns
- Network Analysis: Detection of suspicious network communications and endpoints
- Obfuscation Detection: Identification of code obfuscation techniques
Developer Information
Git ID Switcher is published by nullvariant on the OpenVSX Registry marketplace.
Recommendation
Exercise caution with this extension. Review the detailed findings and ensure the requested permissions align with the extension's stated functionality before installation.
Source Code Not Available
Source code is not available for this version of the extension.
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